A Grade 10 boy from Nyamagesa D.E.B Secondary School has died after being struck by lightning in Nyamagesa Village, Masaba South Sub-County, Kisii County, on Saturday afternoon.The learner, who was at home on school holiday, had just left church and was walking home when the incident occurred.
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Goodbye, Buffering! How Safaricom’s 21,000km Fibre Network and 1,879 5G Sites Are Building Kenya’s Digital Future
There are few things more humbling than trying to sound professional on a video call while your screen freezes with your mouth wide open. The loading circle has embarrassed students, entrepreneurs and office workers in equal measure. Kenya’s digital future needs more than ambitious apps and beautiful websites.
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Gachagua to opposition leaders: Don’t address me as if I am your child
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has warned a section of United Opposition leaders against addressing him as though he were their child, calling for mutual respect among politicians seeking to work together ahead of the 2027 General Election.
Speaking at his Wamunyoro residence on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, Gachagua insisted that he deserves respect from his fellow opposition leaders, arguing that he has played a significant role in propelling several politicians to power, including President William Ruto.
“Na mimi mtu asiniongeleshe kama mtoto yake. I delivered the presidency of William Ruto; we will deliver this, but people should have some respect,” Gachagua stated.
With fury, the former Deputy President took aim at an opposition leader who recently criticised him for allegedly being arrogant and warned that his conduct could become a stumbling block to opposition unity.
Gachagua, however, defended his political mobilisation record, describing himself as an experienced mobiliser who would only work with like-minded leaders committed to grassroots mobilisation.
He challenged some of the opposition leaders to account for their political activities since he left government, arguing that his Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) had continued expanding its grassroots presence despite his absence.
According to Gachagua, DCP foot soldiers had continued holding political meetings across the Mt Kenya region and other parts of the country, with the party having conducted 27 meetings as part of its mobilisation activities.
He maintained that the party remained vibrant and committed to removing President William Ruto from power, questioning whether some of his critics had demonstrated a similar level of commitment.
The former Deputy President further warned that he would not spend his time mobilising votes only to hand them over to a presidential candidate who was unwilling to put in the work.
He insisted that he would only support a presidential candidate who was hard-working, committed to grassroots mobilisation and ready to traverse the country in search of votes.
Gachagua argued that he could not be expected to mobilise supporters while a presidential candidate remained at home with his wife instead of actively campaigning for votes.
He also turned his attention to former Public Service Cabinet Secretary Justin Muturi, who recently criticised him over alleged arrogance and questioned his commitment to opposition unity.
Questioning Muturi’s political influence, Gachagua cited the recent Mbeere North by-election, claiming that Muturi’s Democratic Party candidate managed to secure only 35 votes while President William Ruto’s candidate garnered more than 200 votes.
He questioned how Muturi could lecture him about political mobilisation when his own party had struggled to attract votes in its political backyard.
Gachagua, however, contrasted the Mbeere North outcome with the Ol Kalou by-election, where he claimed his party’s candidate outperformed the government-backed candidate.
The latest remarks come days after former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang’i accused Gachagua of arrogance, warning that his approach to opposition politics could undermine efforts to unite leaders ahead of the 2027 General Election.
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Kenya among Africa’s 10 best-governed countries despite decline in security, rule of law
Kenya has retained its position among Africa's 10 best-governed countries, ranking tenth out of 54 in a new continental assessment that nevertheless exposed growing weaknesses in security, the rule of law, media freedom, accountability and public procurement.The 2026 Ibrahim Index of African Governance (IIAG), released by the Mo Ibrahim Foundation, awarded Kenya 61 points out of 100, placing it above the continental average of 50.1 and the Eastern Africa regional average of 47.5.
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Your M-PESA Receipt Is Not Your Biography: How Safaricom Is Making Privacy and AI Work for Kenyans
Your phone number is not a public announcement. Your full identity is not an optional extra to be handed over every time you make a payment. And a simple transaction should not feel like submitting an application to become someone’s next unsolicited marketing contact. In the digital economy, convenience should not require customers to surrender unnecessary personal information.
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How Stephanie Ruto has been on Charlene’s side from traditional wedding to bridal shower
Stephanie Ruto has continued to show support for her elder sister, Charlene Ruto, as she prepares to marry her Tanzanian fiancé, Isaya Yunge, standing by her during some of the major celebrations leading up to the wedding.Stephanie, the younger sister of Charlene and daughter of President William Ruto and First Lady Rachel Ruto, was among the family members who joined the bride-to-be during her recent bridal shower.
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Mo Salah to receive two rare honours in Turkey after ‘unprecedented surge’
Mo Salah is set to receive two rare honours in Turkey just months after moving to the country.
In the summer, after his glittering nine-year stint at Liverpool came to an end, Salah turned down offers elsewhere to sign for Trabzonspor in the Turkish Super Lig.
Joining on a free transfer, Salah became one of the highest-paid players in the league after signing his two-year contract with the seven-time Turkish champions.
Salah has shown no signs of slowing down on the pitch since joining Trabzonspor, scoring eight goals and registering three assists in 10 appearances in the Turkish top flight.
He hit a hat-trick against Galatasaray back in September to become an instant hero.
But his presence in the division has also had a transformative impact in Trabzon, with new direct flights between the Egyptian capital of Cairo and the city beginning in August.
The club have also gained millions of new followers on social media following the capture of Salah, highlighting his position as one of the biggest names in world football.
Now, it's emerged that Salah is to be recognised by the country of Turkey following his summer switch.
According to Mohamed Kaoud, a journalist for BBC Arabic, Salah is to be awarded Turkish citizenship alongside his family.
He is also poised to receive the State Medal for Distinguished Service – a high-level honour to reflect an "unprecedented surge" in the sports and tourism sectors in Turkey in recent times.
On Facebook, Kaoud wrote: "I have learned that Mohamed Salah will "definitely" be granted Turkish citizenship. Officials from Trabzon are currently working with Turkish state authorities to expedite the naturalisation process for the Egyptian football icon, as well as his wife and their three children.
"Furthermore, Salah is set to be awarded the 'State Medal for Distinguished Service' during a major ceremony, and will receive a high-level honour in recognition of his contribution to an unprecedented surge in both the sports and tourism sectors in Turkey—all achieved in record time."
In a response, Masrawy, citing a source, claimed that “there has been no official contact with Salah from Turkish officials regarding his obtaining Türkiye citizenship" but clarified that he is set to meet with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan in the near future.
Trabzonspor, who also have Fabinho, Andre Onana and Stefan Savic in their ranks, are currently third in the Turkish Super Lig – three points behind leaders Galatasaray after taking 22 points from 10 games.
Salah has done the business on the pitch, but his arrival at Trabzonspor has been seismic – with a reported 116,000 shirts sold as of late September.
The 152% increase brought in around £8 million in revenue, with Turkiye Today reporting that Salah takes 20 per cent of the funds on products with his name on.
The figures are expected to increase to a record-breaking level by the end of the campaign.
The club's president Ertugrul Dogan claimed that 70% of Salah's yearly salary was covered by season ticket sales after they ramped up.
In addition, it's been reported that a countryside location where Salah took a photograph has grown into a tourist hotspot, while travel agencies are selling packages around the former Roma star.
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Keke Palmer, Lupita Nyong’o and Hailey Bieber Bring Glamour to 2026 CFDA Awards
From archival Bob Mackie glamour to contemporary designer dressing, the Council of Fashion Designers of America awards brought fashion's biggest names to New York's American Museum of Natural History.The American fashion industry brought its creative heavyweights and celebrity ambassadors together in New York on Monday, November 2, for the 2026 CFDA Fashion Awards, where the red carpet delivered a compelling mix of archival glamour, contemporary couture and experimental eveningwear.
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Court declares ASAL teachers marginalised, orders TSC to implement affirmative action
A court has recognised teachers serving in Arid and Semi-Arid Lands (ASAL) as a marginalised group and directed the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) to implement affirmative action measures for them.The judgment, delivered virtually, also offers relief to teachers who have served in acting positions without allowances commensurate with their responsibilities.
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6,000 Transactions Every Second: The Invisible Engine Behind Safaricom’s M‑PESA Revolution
In Kenya, few sentences carry more practical power than “Nitumie kwa M-PESA.” It can settle a lunch bill, pay school fees, rescue a friend stranded without fare, or keep a business open when a customer has forgotten their wallet. We say it casually.